Canting could certainly do that although it would have to be significant at 200 yards.
I️ am asking if it is technically possible for the erector to stick or jump in such a way to induce an unwanted change in windage when making an elevation adjustment. This particular scope certainly seems to...
This one is a cds so naturally you would assume it would track. Has anyone seen what appears to be a sideways or windage jump when adjusting elevation?
So were we. My dad would roll over in his grave at the thought of touching a scope. Outfitter told us to prep for up to 600 so we are trying a new sport. Trust me when get back to the Ozarks it will be left alone.
My old friend down the road said you should always tap the side of scope on every adjustment. I️ suppose he is right on this and the previous VX3 that was on this same rifle. This one is going back to Leupold for service. Unfortunately this apparently just cost me $1299 for an SHV.
VX5HD 3.5x15
Rem 700 7mm RM
DNZ mounts torqued down
B&C Alaskan II with proper free floating
Timney at 2#
Tall target definitely was plus 5% (obviously this is way more).
Torque is ok
Just rechecked my 200 yd zero before a longer range session. Found it about .8” low (group was .75” or .38 moa) so dialed up 2 clicks and put it in the case. Drove to my farm and set up at 535. Dialed in 8.6 moa and hit way high. Minus 2 clicks way high, minus two more still high, minus 2 more...
Anybody have specific experience with the G4 reticle in the field. My biggest concern is losing the small center dark in low light. Planning for 500 yard ek.